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Clarke Gayford takes on Rhys Mathewson in truck backing competition

May 2, 2023

Gayford shows how he copes with being behind the wheel of a giant machine. (Source: Seven Sharp)

Moving Houses is back on our screens, and host Clarke Gayford has a front-row seat for some of the toughest truck journeys on our roads.

But how does he cope with being behind the wheel of a giant machine? Made harder by the fact there's a giant house on the back.

Seven Sharp's Rhys Mathewson met up with Gayford to see what it takes to drive a truck, engaging in some friendly competition.

Watch the full video above to see how he did.

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